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How will you show up?

Choose your role at NEST FEST Fall 2026 — every contribution makes the event possible.

Fall 2026 Applications Open

Submit Your Startup Idea

All ACC students welcome. No experience required. Pitch your idea at NEST FEST Fall 2026 and compete for recognition and prizes.

Deadline: November 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Event: November 6, 2026 — ACC Highland Campus

Idea Submitted!

We've received your submission and sent a confirmation to your email. Team EDGE will follow up with next steps.

Open to Everyone

Attend NEST FEST

Not pitching, volunteering, or judging? You're still welcome. RSVP to save your spot and get event reminders.

You're on the list!

We'll send you a reminder before the event. See you November 6!

Get Involved

Volunteer at NEST FEST

Help make NEST FEST an unforgettable experience. Volunteers assist with setup, registration, event coordination, and more. It's a great way to build your network and support fellow student entrepreneurs.

No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a willingness to help!

You're signed up!

Thanks for volunteering! We'll send you details as the event approaches.

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Community Involvement

Apply to Be a Judge

Join our panel of judges for NEST FEST Fall 2026. You'll evaluate student startup pitches on innovation, feasibility, and presentation — and help shape the next generation of ACC entrepreneurs.

Date: November 6, 2026

Time: 3:15 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: ACC Highland Campus

Application received!

Thanks for your interest in judging NEST FEST. Team EDGE will review your application and follow up with next steps.

Share Your Experience

Become a Mentor

Help ACC students prepare for their pitch. Mentors provide feedback, share expertise, and help student founders refine their ideas before and during NEST FEST.

Time commitment: 1–2 hours before or during the event

Great for: entrepreneurs, business professionals, faculty, and alumni

Application received!

Thanks for offering to mentor. We'll match you with students and share prep materials before the event.

For Faculty & Staff

Refer a Student

Know a student with a great idea? Refer them to NEST FEST and we'll send them a personal invitation to submit.

Referral sent!

We've emailed the student with a personal invitation to submit their idea. Thanks for supporting student entrepreneurship.

Stay in the Loop

Not ready to apply? Get updates.

We'll send you event info, speaker announcements, and a reminder before the big day.

You're on the list! We'll keep you posted.

Questions?

Get in Touch

Have questions about NEST FEST, the EIA program, or how to get involved? Drop us a message and Team EDGE will get back to you.

Email: entrepreneurshipacademy@austincc.edu

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